The first section of the sonata form, in which the themes are introduced.

A dynamic marking, abbreviated "ff," that indicates the music is to be performed very loudly.

A musical composition for a definite number of parts or voices, in which the subject is announced in one voice, and then imitated and developed in each of the parts.

Music that developed at the beginning of the 20th century in America. Jazz features improvisation and syncopation.

(“Book” in Italian): Contains all the words and stage directions for an opera.

Major or minor tonality

The key of a piece of music, determined by relationships between notes of the home scale.

A sacred composition that sets the portions of the liturgy of the Roman Catholic Church to music. The standard movements of the mass are Kyrie, Gloria, Credo, Sanctus, Benedictus, and Agnus Dei.

Moves up, down, or repeats as the tune of the music.

A music style emphasizing simplicity and repetition with gradual changes.

A sacred choral composition by Palestrina.

The framework or organization of a musical composition.

A dynamic marking, abbreviated "pp," that indicates the music is to be performed very softly.

A dynamic marking, abbreviated "p," that indicates the music is to be performed softly.

A musical form made up of a collection of short pieces.

The main melody of a section or composition.

The "Polovtsian Dances" from Borodin's "Prince Igor" are a highlight of Russian opera.

They are often performed separately as a concert piece due to their popularity.

Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 is often referred to as the "Fate Symphony."

Its iconic opening motif is recognized worldwide as a symbol of destiny and struggle.

Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 premiered in 1808 during a marathon concert.

It marked Beethoven's last public appearance as a soloist.

The chamber orchestra for "Exsultate, jubilate" consists of 2 oboes, 2 French horns, 2 violins, 2 violas, cello, and organ.

"Alleluja" from this motet is frequently performed in concerts.

Palestrina's "Missa Hodie Christus natus est," also known as "Christmas Mass," was published in 1602.

It is a parody mass modeled on Palestrina's 8-voiced motet for Christmas Day, "Hodie Christus Natus est," published in 1575.

R. Strauss composed "Also sprach Zarathustra" in 1896, and it premiered in Frankfurt the same year.

"Also sprach Zarathustra" is one of Strauss' seven tone poems, with the Introduction being the most-performed section. It is based on Friedrich Nietzsche's novel "Zarathustra," which explores the concept of "super men."

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AA BB A CC DD

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Standard piano rag form.

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A B A form

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A form consisting of three sections, in which the third section is a repeat of the first.

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Arco

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Playing the strings of a stringed instrument with a bow.

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Ballet

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A story told through music and dancing, performed on a stage with costumes, sets, and lighting.

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Commission

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To hire and pay a composer to compose a piece of music. Musical works may be commissioned by individuals or groups, such as a school or symphony orchestra.

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Decrescendo (decresc.) or diminuendo (dim.)

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Gradually softer.

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Dynamics

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The volume (loudness or softness) of the sound.

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